08/27/2026
Help your little one get ready for kindergarten with this 10-session course that builds literacy, cognitive, and social-emotional skills.
The Kindergarten Gear Up program was created by public librarians to help communities close gaps in school readiness. The program provides families with structured, research-based early learning experiences that build literacy, cognitive, and social-emotional skills—especially for children without access to preschool.
Kindergarten Gear Up has demonstrated strong, measurable results in improving school readiness and family engagement. Through seven states and eight library systems, this program has
• Increased caregiver confidence and family participation through guided activities and take-home resources
• Improved children’s literacy, school readiness, and social-emotional development
In order to get the most from this series, attendees must be able to commit to attending all ten classes. To register, please call the Trafalgar Branch at 317-878-9560.
Session Themes:
- Sep 2: Be Yourself! - Oct 7: Be Kind!
- Sep 9: Be an Ally! - Oct 14: Be Persistent!
- Sep 16: Be Creative! - Oct 21: Be Polite!
- Sep 23: Be Curious! - Nov 4: Be Prepared!
- Sep 30: Be Generous! - Nov 11: Be Responsible!
